The Walt Disney Company has appointed Tinisha Agramonte as its new chief diversity officer, effective immediately.
As chief diversity officer, Agramonte will report to Sonia Coleman, senior executive vice president and chief human resources officer.
Agramonte, who will lead Disney’s diversity, equity and inclusion strategy, said she is “honored to take on this role at a beloved brand, which impacts people around the world”.
“Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege to help foster environments where all voices are heard, where individuals from all backgrounds have equitable access and opportunities to thrive, and where innovation flourishes because of our collective strengths,” she added.
“I am proud to continue those efforts alongside our incredible leaders and employees here at Disney to optimally achieve our company’s mission to entertain, inform and inspire people around the globe through the power of unparalleled storytelling.”
Agramonte joined Disney a year ago as vice president of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) talent outreach and development for the Disney parks, experiences and products division.
“Among each of our teams and in every community where we live and work around the world, Disney is committed to building a more inclusive and respectful world,” Coleman said.
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“Tinisha Agramonte is an integral member of our executive leadership, and a dedicated, well-respected leader within Disney.
“As our new CDO, Agramonte’s expansive knowledge and expertise, having worked in a variety of industries, will allow us to continue creating a welcoming environment for our employees globally.”
Before joining Disney, Agramonte was the first chief diversity officer at Motorola Solutions. She also served as chief diversity officer and director for the office of civil rights in the Department of Commerce, assistant administrator for diversity, inclusion and civil rights with the US Small Business Administration, and director of diversity and inclusion outreach and retention with the Department of Veterans Affairs.Â
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